Changing The Oil - MTD Yard-Man YM26CO Manual Del Operador

SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

Changing The Oil

For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of
operation. Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The
oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities.
CAUTION: Wear gloves to prevent injury
when handling the unit.
1. Unplug spark plug boot to prevent accidental starting.
2. Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick.
3. Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container
by tipping the unit to a vertical position. See
Figure 28. Allow ample time for complete drainage.
Figure 28
4. Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any
oil that may have spilled. Dispose of the oil
according to Federal, State and local regulations.
5. Refill the crankcase with 3.4 fluid ounce (100 ml) of
SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil.
NOTE: Use the bottle and spout saved from initial use to
measure the correct amount of oil. The top of the
label on the bottle measures approximately 3.4
ounces (100 ml). Check the level with the
dipstick. If the level is low, add a small amount of
oil and recheck. Do not overfill. See Figure 29.
6. Replace the oil fill plug/dipstick.
7. Reconnect the spark plug boot.
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Fill Level
Figure 29